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Spanish Phrase

Sí, está muy húmedo.

/si esˈta ˈmwi ˈumeðo/
Meaning"Yes, it's very humid."
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Meaning

A short, confident answer confirming that the current weather or environment feels very humid. It emphasizes the high level of moisture in the air.

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When to use

Use this phrase when someone asks about the weather, indoor conditions, or the climate of a place and you want to stress that the humidity is high. It works both in casual conversation and in more formal settings like a weather report.

Grammar Breakdown

estámuyhúmedo

1

Sí (affirmation)

Used to answer positively to a question; can stand alone or precede a clause.

2

está (estar)

Third‑person singular of the verb *estar*, used for temporary states such as weather.

3

muy (adverb)

Intensifier meaning “very”; placed directly before an adjective.

4

húmedo (adjective)

Describes something that has a lot of moisture. It must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies (húmeda, húmedos, húmedas).

🗨In Conversation

A

¿Cómo está el clima hoy?

How's the weather today?

Sí, está muy húmedo.

Yes, it's very humid.

B

Common Mistakes

  • Sí, es muy húmedo.

    Use *estar* (está) for temporary weather conditions, not *ser* (es).

  • Sí, está muy humedo.

    The adjective needs an accent on the first ‘u’: *húmedo*.

  • Sí, está muy húmeda.

    Make sure the gender matches the implied noun. If you’re talking about *el clima* (masculine), use *húmedo*; use *húmeda* only for feminine nouns like *la atmósfera*.

Alternatives

  • Claro, está bastante húmedo.

    Sure, it's quite humid.

  • Sí, el ambiente está muy húmedo.

    Yes, the atmosphere is very humid.

  • Sí, hace mucho calor y está húmedo.

    Yes, it's very hot and humid.

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Cultural Tip

In many Spanish‑speaking countries, especially those with tropical or subtropical climates, people frequently comment on humidity because it affects comfort and health. Remember that *húmedo* refers to the amount of moisture in the air, while *mojado* means “wet” (e.g., a wet floor). When speaking to locals, you can also say *está pegajoso* in some regions to convey a sticky, muggy feeling.